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Atomoxetine for ADHD-Related Insomnia in Children

Phase 4
Waitlist Available
Led By Judith Owens, MD, MPH
Research Sponsored by Rhode Island Hospital
Eligibility Criteria Checklist
Specific guidelines that determine who can or cannot participate in a clinical trial
Must have
Be younger than 18 years old
Timeline
Screening 3 weeks
Treatment Varies
Follow Up up to 5 years
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Study Summary

This trial is examining the effects of atomoxetine on ADHD-related insomnia in children. Atomoxetine is a non-stimulant drug used to treat ADHD, and there is evidence that it may also have a positive effect on sleep in children with ADHD. The trial will last for four weeks.

Who is the study for?
This trial is for boys and girls aged 6-17 with ADHD who have trouble falling or staying asleep, which their caregivers also see as a problem. They must not be affected by other sleep disorders like apnea, severe chronic illnesses, or use sedating/alertness-enhancing drugs regularly. Previous non-response to atomoxetine disqualifies them.Check my eligibility
What is being tested?
The study tests if atomoxetine (Strattera®), a non-stimulant ADHD medication, can help improve sleep in children with ADHD-related insomnia. Participants will randomly receive either atomoxetine or a placebo for four weeks to compare the effects on sleep difficulties.See study design
What are the potential side effects?
Atomoxetine may cause side effects such as stomach upset, decreased appetite, nausea, dizziness, mood swings and possibly affect growth rate in children. It's important to monitor any changes closely during the trial.

Timeline

Screening ~ 3 weeks
Treatment ~ Varies
Follow Up ~up to 5 years
This trial's timeline: 3 weeks for screening, Varies for treatment, and up to 5 years for reporting.

Treatment Details

Study Objectives

Outcome measures can provide a clearer picture of what you can expect from a treatment.
Primary outcome measures
mean sleep onset latency
parent and child-reported evening settling difficulties
Secondary outcome measures
ADHD symptom improvement
Daytime Somnolence
executive functions and functional outcomes/quality of life
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Who is running the clinical trial?

Eli Lilly and CompanyIndustry Sponsor
2,618 Previous Clinical Trials
3,201,524 Total Patients Enrolled
64 Trials studying Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
86,806 Patients Enrolled for Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Rhode Island HospitalLead Sponsor
260 Previous Clinical Trials
66,971 Total Patients Enrolled
2 Trials studying Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
66 Patients Enrolled for Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Judith Owens, MD, MPHPrincipal InvestigatorRhode Island Hospital

Media Library

Atomoxetine (Other) Clinical Trial Eligibility Overview. Trial Name: NCT00252278 — Phase 4
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) Research Study Groups:
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) Clinical Trial 2023: Atomoxetine Highlights & Side Effects. Trial Name: NCT00252278 — Phase 4
Atomoxetine (Other) 2023 Treatment Timeline for Medical Study. Trial Name: NCT00252278 — Phase 4

Frequently Asked Questions

These questions and answers are submitted by anonymous patients, and have not been verified by our internal team.

Is the enrollment period still open for this study?

"This clinical trial, first posted in November 1st 2005 and last updated on July 5th 2006, is no longer enlisting patients. However, 377 other studies are presently recruiting participants."

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Does the eligibility requirement for this medical study include individuals aged 40 and above?

"The age restrictions for this trial have been explicitly outlined in the eligibility criteria, with a lower bound of 6 years and an upper boundary of 17."

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What level of risk do patients assume when undergoing this procedure?

"With the treatment having reached Phase 4 of clinical trials, there is ample evidence that it is safe and thus received a rating of 3."

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What criteria must a participant satisfy to be accepted into this research program?

"This clinical trial is recruiting 36 people with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) aged between 6 and 17 years old."

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Who else is applying?

How old are they?
18 - 65
What site did they apply to?
Rhode Island Hospital
What portion of applicants met pre-screening criteria?
Met criteria
Did not meet criteria
How many prior treatments have patients received?
1
~2 spots leftby Apr 2025